People who smoke both cigarettes and waterpipes - dual users - lack sufficient knowledge about the risks of tobacco smoking and are at considerable risk for dependence and tobacco-related diseases, such as cancer, heart disease and stroke later in life, according to findings of a new study by...
Moving from a high-poverty to lower-poverty neighborhood spurs long-term gains in the physical and mental health of low-income adults, as well as a substantial increase in their happiness, despite not improving economic self-sufficiency, according to a new study published in Science by...
Ann Romney wants all of us who’ve criticized her husband this week to “stop it” and realize just how "lucky” we are to have Mitt Romney as our presidential candidate. Except we won't stop it and we don't realize how lucky we are. How can we when our Republican candidate clearly does not...
Who doesn't like burritos, right? All warm and gooey with your favorite cheese, meat and beans wrapped up into one overstuffed tortilla. Pair that with some chips, queso dip and a margarita and you have a really delicious meal--that could also be really unhealthy. So this week on Pimp My Health...
Free bus passes for over-60s may be encouraging older people to be more physically active, say the authors of a study published in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers from Imperial College London reached their conclusion by analysing four years of data from the UK National Travel...
Sharon Stone is back in the swing of things after being hospitalized during Milan Fashion Week. The 54-year-old Basic Instinct star took a brief trip to the hospital Saturday after...
Sure, they take longer than a quick shower, but baths are one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul. When done right, they are heavenly for your health, your skin and your mood. So, this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your bath. All it takes is a little know-how...
Michael Bloomberg's proposed soda ban has spurred serious debate amongst consumers, lawmakers and–of course–the soft drink and restaurant industry. But despite popular opinion, the regulation really only had to pass through one major hoop: The New York City Board of Health. And in an...
Post-stroke depression is a major issue affecting approximately 33% of stroke survivors. A new study published in the current issue of Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation reports that the level to which survivors are uncertain about the outcome of their illness is strongly linked to...
As an uninsured young person, I'm pretty into the Affordable Care Act (called the ACA, or also, originally derisively but now fairly universally, Obamacare). In 2014, it will help me get actual health benefits--something I haven't had in years. But it's already making a huge difference in the...
The Affordable Care Act will fund more community health centers, making primary care more accessible to the underserved. But this may not necessarily lead to better access to subspecialty care. In a new study, researchers from the David Geffen School of Medicine and Robert Wood Johnson...
This week on Pimp My Health, we're going to pimp one of everyone's favorites: peanut butter sandwiches. Sure, there is the always-tasty PB&J, but there are a number of other healthy sandwiches you can make with peanut butter. But as delicious as this spread is, it can be filled with sugar and...
According to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri, spirituality often improves health regardless of a person's health. The study is published in the Journal of Religion and Health. The team highlight that healthcare providers could tailor treatments and rehabilitation...
Did you know that there are a quarter-million sweat glands on your feet and you can generate about a half a liter of sweat from them per day? That just sounds downright stinky. So*aside from alienating your friends every time you take off your shoes or don a pair of cute sandals, this week on...
A lot of major women's magazines like to talk about sex, and some even discuss birth control options. But rarely do they take a stand in the politics of birth control access, abortion, or insurance coverage. So when Women's Health*launched a special report on birth control laws and your health...
This week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your pancakes–one of our favorite hearty breakfasts that tastes especially good after a hard morning workout. But as tasty as these cakes are, if you’re not careful, you can wind up with a lot of empty carbs and sugar on your plate. So take a look...
Eighty-nine million Americans were without health insurance for at least one month during the period from 2004 to 2007, and 23 million lost coverage more than once during that time, according to researchers at Penn State and Harvard University. "These findings call attention to the continuing...
A large study of English households finds that people who experience symptoms of psychological distress like anxiety, depression, or even minor mental health problems, have a lower life expectancy than people who do not. Since the link remained when they adjusted for lifestyle factors, the...
Coaches can help athletes score touchdowns and perfect their golf swing, but can they also influence weight loss? Researchers from The Miriam Hospital's Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center say health coaches could play an important role in the battle of the bulge, according to the...
Hot diggity dog! It's summertime and backyard barbecues are in full swing with hot dogs galore on the grill. Sure, hot dogs have gotten a bad rap--they have even been deemed as unhealthy as cigarettes. But with a few simple twists, you can make your dog a little healthier and enjoy it guilt-free...